There’s a simple solution to the Conservative dilemma about being perceived as uncaring (Report, 30 November). Don’t just talk about compassion – prove it. Supporting foxhunting and the ivory trade, and recently being perceived as denying that animals have feelings, have been PR disasters for the Conservatives.
But there is a way forward. First, follow through with the welcome commitment to increase sentences for animal cruelty. Second, support the ban on hunting. Only a tiny minority of influential people want to kill animals for fun – why risk your jobs and compromise your own compassion by supporting them and going against the vast majority of voters? Compassion for animals shouldn’t be a political football, it should be a foundation of our society.
Chris Luffingham
League Against Cruel Sports
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